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A Guide to the General Education (GE) Program at USC
By: Badruddin Mahamed ‘25
Although registering for classes during your first semester is quite a low-risk task, an important part of selecting classes is understanding the General Education (GE) Program.
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How I Got Involved in Research During My Freshman Year (And Maybe Why You Shouldn’t)
By: Badruddin Mahamed ‘25
Research can be a vital asset to an undergraduate’s time at USC. While it is possible to get involved in research as early as your first semester, this decision may come with quite a bit of risk.